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United Kingdom · Compliance, quality and safety · C-Suite (20+ years)

VP of EHS & Sustainability

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  • Experience bandC-Suite (20+ years)
  • Reports toChief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board of Directors
  • UK framework levelUsually a director, accountable for a division and its numbers

Also advertised as Chief Health, Safety & Environmental Officer · Global Head of HSE · Chief Sustainability Officer (with EHS focus) · Executive Director, EHS & ESG

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The qualifications matched to this job

NOCN Level 5 Diploma in Civil Engineering NOCN · Level 5 · covers 1 of 10 standards
NOCN Level 5 Diploma in Electronic and Communications Engineering NOCN · Level 5 · covers 1 of 10 standards
City & Guilds Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management City & Guilds Limited · Level 5 · covers 1 of 10 standards

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Maintain a healthy and safe working environment for waste management activities CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 5 Certificate for Healthcare Waste Manager at a Healthcare Facility
Maintain Systems and Processes for Health, Safety, Welfare and Environmental Protection in an Engineering Environment NOCN Level 5 Diploma in Computer Engineering (Information Technology and Data Science)
Maintain Systems and Processes for Health, Safety, Welfare and Environmental Protection in a Working Environment NOCN Level 5 Diploma in Civil Engineering
Managing a healthy and safe environment City & Guilds Level 5 Certificate in Leadership and Management

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  1. Maintain a healthy and safe working environment for waste management activities CIWM · covers 1 of 10 standards Level 5
  2. Maintain Systems and Processes for Health, Safety, Welfare and Environmental Protection in an Engineering Environment NOCN · covers 1 of 10 standards Level 5
  3. Maintain Systems and Processes for Health, Safety, Welfare and Environmental Protection in a Working Environment NOCN · covers 1 of 10 standards Level 5
  4. Managing a healthy and safe environment City & Guilds Limited · covers 1 of 10 standards Level 5
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2AI and this work

Will AI change your work as a VP of EHS & Sustainability?

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The new skills this role is being asked for

  • Climate Risk Assessment & Adaptation (Physical & Transition)
  • AI Ethics & Governance for EHS/ESG Data
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3What this role really is

A VP of EHS & Sustainability leads health, safety and environmental strategy at executive level, setting direction across a whole organisation.

4What you'd actually use

The tools this job runs on, and how well you'd need to know each one.

EHS Management Software (e.g., Intelex, VelocityEHS, Cority) Strategic

Leading platform selection, implementation, and optimisation projects across the enterprise. Defining global data standards, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring system integrations (e.g., with HRIS, ERP) to drive data-driven strategic decisions.

Chemical/SDS Management (e.g., Chemwatch, Sphera, 3E) Strategic

Setting corporate chemical management policy, negotiating enterprise licenses for global use, and overseeing the global GHS compliance strategy, including anticipating regulatory changes and their impact.

Audit & Inspection Software (e.g., iAuditor by SafetyCulture, Pro-Sapien) Strategic

Defining the corporate audit framework and question sets, analysing cross-facility performance to identify systemic risks and opportunities for improvement, and reporting audit findings to the Board.

Data Analytics & Visualization (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Python/R for advanced analytics) Strategic

Overseeing the development of executive-level EHS and ESG dashboards, ensuring data integrity, presenting trend analysis and predictive insights to the C-suite and Board to inform strategic resource allocation.

Learning Management System (LMS) (e.g., Vector Solutions, Cornerstone OnDemand) Strategic

Developing the annual enterprise EHS and Sustainability training strategy, selecting LMS platforms, and measuring the effectiveness of training on key performance indicators (e.g., incident reduction, compliance rates).

Regulatory Intelligence Platforms (e.g., Enhesa, RegScan) Strategic

Setting the scope for global regulatory monitoring, briefing leadership and the Board on significant legal risks and opportunities, and ensuring proactive responses to emerging legislation.

5What you get to decide, and how that grows

Power in a job isn't your title. It's what you're allowed to decide. Here's how it grows as you move up.

The choiceComing in Where you are nowThe step above
Enterprise EHS & Sustainability Strategy N/A N/A N/A
Major Capital Investment for EHS/Sustainability N/A N/A N/A
Organisational Design of EHS Function N/A N/A N/A
External Communication & Investor Relations (EHS/ESG) N/A N/A N/A

6How you'll be judged

The scoreboard, and what is not on it. The hard targets, how often each is actually looked at, and the quiet signals that never reach a dashboard.

Enterprise-wide Workers' Compensation Claim Costs
Total costs associated with employee injuries and illnesses across all global operations, including medical, lost wages, and administrative expenses.
Target · 10% reduction year-over-year (adjusted for growth)

Reduced total workers' compensation spend from £12M to £10.8M in FY2025, even with a 5% increase in workforce headcount, showing real impact on safety performance.

Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) Score Improvement
Our annual performance score within the DJSI or a similar leading ESG benchmark, reflecting our overall sustainability performance relative to industry peers.
Target · Improve score by 5 points annually for the next 3 years

Increased our DJSI score from 68 to 73 in 2024, specifically driven by stronger performance in environmental reporting and social impact initiatives led by your team.

Absolute Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions Reduction
The total greenhouse gas emissions directly from our operations (Scope 1) and from purchased electricity, heat, or steam (Scope 2), measured in tonnes of CO2 equivalent.
Target · 20% reduction over a 3-year period (from a 2023 baseline)

Achieved a 7% reduction in combined Scope 1 & 2 emissions in the first year of the programme, putting us on track for the 20% target through energy efficiency projects and renewable energy procurement.

Serious Incident Frequency Rate (SIFR)
The number of high-severity incidents (e.g., fatalities, permanent disabilities, major environmental releases) per 100,000 hours worked, indicating control over catastrophic risks.
Target · Maintain SIFR below 0.05, with a target of zero

Maintained SIFR at 0.03 for the past two years, with no fatalities or major environmental breaches, demonstrating robust risk controls at an enterprise level.

Board and Executive Confidence
The level of trust and confidence the Board and Executive Leadership Team have in the EHS & Sustainability strategy and its execution.
  • Regular invitations to present to the Board on strategic EHS/ESG topics
  • proactive consultation by CEO/CFO on major investment decisions with EHS implications
  • positive feedback in executive performance reviews
  • EHS/ESG topics consistently on Board agenda, driven by your insights.
Investor and Public Perception
How external stakeholders, particularly investors and the public, view the company's EHS and sustainability performance and commitment.
  • Positive commentary from ESG rating agencies (e.g., MSCI, Sustainalytics)
  • inclusion in socially responsible investment funds
  • favourable media coverage on sustainability initiatives
  • direct feedback from investor calls praising our EHS/ESG transparency and performance.
Regulatory Relationships & Compliance Culture
The quality of our relationships with key regulatory bodies and the embeddedness of a proactive compliance culture across the organisation.
  • Zero significant regulatory fines or penalties
  • positive feedback from regulatory inspections (e.g., 'model company' status)
  • proactive engagement with regulators on emerging issues
  • internal audit findings showing high levels of compliance and strong internal controls
  • employees at all levels demonstrating a clear understanding and commitment to compliance.
EHS & Sustainability Culture Maturity
The extent to which EHS and sustainability principles are integrated into daily operations, decision-making, and employee behaviour at all levels.
  • High participation rates in voluntary safety programmes
  • strong scores in employee EHS perception surveys
  • unsolicited positive feedback from employees about safety culture
  • EHS considerations routinely integrated into business unit strategic planning
  • visible leadership commitment from all levels, not just EHS.

7Would you like it

Both sides. What people enjoy, and what grinds them down.

What people enjoy
Building a Lasting Legacy

You'll be driven by the idea of leaving the company, and perhaps the industry, in a demonstrably better place than you found it. This means making strategic investments in EHS and sustainability that will pay dividends for decades, not just the next quarter. You're thinking about the company's reputation 20 years from now.

Leading the development of a 10-year decarbonisation roadmap, knowing the benefits will extend far beyond your tenure, or establishing a global safety culture that prevents countless future injuries.

Navigating Complex Global Challenges

You thrive on the intellectual challenge of understanding intricate global regulatory frameworks, complex environmental science, and the nuances of international EHS standards. You enjoy finding elegant solutions to multi-jurisdictional problems and seeing them implemented effectively.

Developing a unified global chemical management strategy that complies with REACH, TSCA, and other regulations across all operating regions, or designing a global climate risk assessment framework.

Driving Cultural Transformation

You're energised by the prospect of changing hearts and minds, shifting an entire organisation's perspective on safety and sustainability from a 'burden' to a 'core value'. You love seeing employees at all levels take ownership and become advocates.

Launching an enterprise-wide behavioural safety programme that significantly reduces at-risk behaviours and fosters a proactive safety mindset, or embedding sustainability metrics into every business unit's KPIs.

What frustrates people
  • The relentless tension between production demands and EHS compliance, often feeling like you're fighting an uphill battle.
  • The maddening reality that proactive investments are hard to get approved, but reactive spending after an incident is often unlimited.
  • Dealing with executive-level complacency or a lack of genuine understanding about systemic EHS risks and their long-term impact.
  • Navigating complex global political landscapes and varying cultural attitudes towards safety and environmental protection.
  • The emotional toll of managing major incidents and their aftermath, especially when there are serious injuries or fatalities.
What this role does not give you
  • A quiet, predictable routine where every day is the same – expect constant shifts in priorities and urgent crises.
  • A role where you're always popular – you'll often be challenging the status quo and pushing for difficult changes.
  • Complete control over all budgets and resources – you'll need to influence and persuade, not just command.
  • Immediate, tangible results for every initiative – cultural change and environmental impact take years, not months.

8Who you work with

This role directly shapes the company's enterprise-wide strategy for EHS and Sustainability, influencing operational practices, capital allocation, risk management, and public perception. It's about protecting our license to operate, enhancing brand value, and ensuring long-term shareholder value through responsible business practices. Your decisions here will affect thousands of employees, countless communities, and our entire global supply chain. Frankly, it's a make-or-break position for our future.

Inside the business
  • CEO and Executive Leadership Team (C-Suite)
  • Board of Directors (especially Audit and ESG Committees)
  • General Counsel and Legal Department
  • Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Operations Leadership
  • Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Investor Relations
  • Head of Human Resources
Outside the business
  • Investors and Shareholder Groups
  • Regulatory Bodies (e.g., HSE, Environment Agency, EPA, OSHA)
  • Industry Associations and Standards Bodies
  • Local Communities and NGOs
  • Media and Public Relations
  • Key Suppliers and Business Partners

9What you need before you start

Not a wish list. The things you would be expected to already have.

  • A proven track record of 20+ years in EHS and Sustainability leadership roles, with at least 5 years at a Director or VP level within a complex, multi-national organisation.
  • Demonstrable experience in setting and executing enterprise-level EHS and Sustainability strategies that have delivered measurable business impact.
  • Extensive experience interacting with and presenting to Boards of Directors, C-suite executives, and external stakeholders (investors, regulators, media).
  • A deep understanding of global EHS regulatory frameworks and leading sustainability reporting standards (e.g., ISO, GRI, SASB, TCFD, CSRD).
  • Experience in managing significant EHS budgets (typically £10M+) and leading large, geographically dispersed teams (100+ people, including managers).
  • A history of successfully leading crisis management efforts related to major EHS incidents or reputational challenges.
  • Proven ability to drive cultural change and embed EHS and Sustainability as core values across an organisation.

10What to practise next

Where the job is going, and what to do about it starting this week.

Advanced ESG Data Management & Assurance

With increasing regulatory scrutiny (e.g., CSRD) and investor demands, the rigour of ESG data management will soon mirror financial reporting. This means robust internal controls, audit trails, and external assurance will become standard, requiring a sophisticated approach to data governance.

ESG Data Taxonomy · Data Lineage & Auditability · Integrated Reporting Platforms · External Assurance Standards

  • This month: Review our current ESG data collection processes for key metrics (e.g., energy, waste, safety incidents).
  • Next quarter: Meet with our Finance and Internal Audit teams to understand their data governance best practices.
  • Month 3-6: Pilot a small-scale internal assurance exercise on one or two key ESG metrics.
  • Month 6-12: Develop a roadmap for enhancing our ESG data management system to meet future assurance requirements.

Quick win: Map out the data flow for one critical ESG metric, from source to final report. You'll quickly spot the gaps.

Digital Twins & IoT for EHS Optimisation

The convergence of IoT sensors, real-time data, and digital twin technology offers unprecedented opportunities for proactive EHS management. Imagine a virtual replica of a facility that predicts equipment failure, monitors environmental conditions, and even simulates emergency responses, all in real-time. This moves us from reactive to truly predictive EHS.

IoT Sensor Deployment · Real-time Data Integration · Digital Twin Modelling: Creating virtual replicas · Predictive Maintenance & Safety

  • This month: Research case studies of companies using IoT/digital twins for EHS in our industry.
  • Next quarter: Engage with our Operations and IT teams to identify a pilot project for IoT sensor deployment (e.g., air quality monitoring in a specific area).
  • Month 3-6: Evaluate potential vendors for digital twin platforms that integrate EHS functionalities.
  • Month 6-12: Develop a business case for a strategic investment in IoT/digital twin technology for EHS, focusing on ROI and risk reduction.

Quick win: Identify one high-risk piece of equipment or area in a facility and explore off-the-shelf IoT sensors that could provide real-time EHS data. It's a small start with big potential.

11Staying current once you are in

What people here do to keep up
  • Regularly attend and speak at leading EHS and Sustainability conferences (e.g., NAEM, GreenBiz, Responsible Business Summit) to stay abreast of emerging trends and network with peers.
  • Maintain active memberships and leadership roles in relevant professional bodies (e.g., IOSH, IEMA, Institute of Environmental Management & Assessment) to contribute to industry best practices.
  • Engage in executive education programmes focused on ESG, climate risk, or corporate governance to continuously enhance your strategic capabilities.
  • Participate in peer groups or advisory boards with other C-suite EHS/Sustainability leaders to share insights and benchmark performance.
  • Undertake continuous learning on emerging technologies (e.g., AI, IoT, advanced analytics) and their application in EHS and Sustainability.

12The rising capability

The rising capability

Zavmo analysis

What's rising in its place

This is where the work is heading, and the higher pay with it. Get fluent here and the shift stops being a threat and starts being your edge.

Climate Risk Assessment & Adaptation (Physical & Transition)

Climate change isn't a distant threat; it's a present and future business risk. Investors and regulators now demand transparent reporting on physical risks (e.g., extreme weather impacting operations) and transition risks (e.g., policy changes, market shifts). This is no longer just an environmental issue; it's a financial one.

  • TCFD Recommendations
  • Scenario Analysis
  • Physical Risk Modelling
  • Transition Risk Quantification

AI Ethics & Governance for EHS/ESG Data

As we use more AI for predictive risk, compliance monitoring, and ESG reporting, ensuring the ethical use of data and algorithms becomes critical. Bias in AI models can lead to misallocated resources, inaccurate risk assessments, or even discriminatory outcomes. Trust and transparency are paramount.

  • Algorithmic Bias Detection
  • Data Privacy (GDPR, CCPA) in EHS
  • Explainable AI (XAI)
  • AI Governance Frameworks

13What you’ll use

What you’ll use

Skills this role draws on

Technical

  • Management System Standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001)
  • Advanced Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & Incident Investigation
  • Enterprise Risk Assessment & Control
  • Industrial Hygiene (IH) & Exposure Science (Strategic Oversight)
  • Global Environmental Permitting & Reporting
  • Sustainability Frameworks & ESG Reporting

14The pathway

The pathway

How you actually get there, here

How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.

  1. 1

    Director of EHS (L6) in a Global Organisation

    5-8 years at Director level

    Skills to master

    • Mastering enterprise-wide EHS programme management, leading large multi-functional teams, managing significant budgets, and developing strong relationships with executive leadership and external regulators. Proving your ability to influence business strategy with EHS insights.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Consistent achievement of significant reductions in enterprise-wide incident rates and environmental non-conformances.
    • Successful leadership of major EHS transformation projects (e.g., global management system implementation).
    • Demonstrated ability to present complex EHS issues clearly and persuasively to executive committees.
    • Proven capability to manage and develop a diverse team of EHS professionals across different regions.
    • Strong external reputation within the EHS industry.
  2. 2

    Head of Sustainability / ESG (L6) with strong EHS background

    5-7 years at Head of Sustainability level

    Skills to master

    • Developing deep expertise in ESG reporting frameworks (TCFD, SASB, GRI), climate risk assessment, circular economy principles, and investor relations. This involves translating EHS performance into broader sustainability narratives that resonate with financial markets.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Successful development and implementation of a comprehensive corporate sustainability strategy.
    • Proven experience in leading the company's ESG reporting and achieving positive ratings from external agencies.
    • Strong relationships with investor relations and finance teams, demonstrating ability to link ESG to financial performance.
    • Experience engaging with external stakeholders (investors, NGOs) on sustainability topics.
    • A clear understanding of the interplay between EHS and broader sustainability goals.

15Where this role leads

The long view: This role can lead to wider executive leadership, such as chief executive or chief operating officer roles, or board positions where EHS and sustainability expertise shapes governance across several organisations.

The ten Future Fluencies

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A qualification proves you can do the job as it's defined today. These ten are what decide whether you're still the obvious person for it in five years. They're the capabilities employers are now writing into senior roles faster than people are learning them. Zavmo weaves them through whatever you study, so you come out with both: the credential and the fluency.

The highlighted ones are the Fluencies your role leans on hardest, from how VP of EHS & Sustainability is actually changing.

Where it leads

Roles this leads to

The record names a next step, but the catalogue has no page for it yet:

  • Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or Chief Operating Officer (COO)
  • Board Member (Executive or Non-Executive)

How you would learn this

One to one, on the work you already do

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  6. 6 Create
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  • Management System Standards (ISO 45001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001)
  • Advanced Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & Incident Investigation
  • Enterprise Risk Assessment & Control
  • Industrial Hygiene (IH) & Exposure Science (Strategic Oversight)
  • Global Environmental Permitting & Reporting
  • Sustainability Frameworks & ESG Reporting
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16The detail, folded away

Everything else the record holds

The career branches in full, how AI is already showing up in the day-to-day, and the questions people ask about this job. Here when you want them, out of the way while you decide.

Where it leads next, rung by rung

Where it leads

The career path, and where it branches

VP of EHS & Sustainability is a start, not a ceiling. Each step below asks for new skills and hands back more autonomy.

  1. Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or Chief Operating Officer (COO)

    5-10+ years (after VP of EHS & Sustainability)

    Significant (Enterprise-wide P&L and strategic leadership)

    • Deep understanding of market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and customer behaviour.
    • Expertise in M&A strategy, integration, and divestitures.
    • Leading large-scale organisational transformation programmes beyond EHS.
    • Talent management and succession planning across all executive functions.

  2. Board Member (Executive or Non-Executive)

    3-7 years (after VP of EHS & Sustainability)

    Influence (Governance and Oversight)

    • Expertise in board committee work (e.g., Audit, Risk, ESG committees).
    • Strategic advisory skills for diverse business challenges.
    • Networking and relationship building within the broader corporate governance community.
Working with AI on the job

Working with AI

Where AI is starting to help

Let's be real, at the C-suite level, your time is your most valuable asset. You shouldn't be drowning in data or manually sifting through policy updates. AI isn't here to replace your strategic mind; it's here to supercharge it, giving you back precious hours to focus on what truly matters: vision, leadership, and high-impact decision-making.

Imagine having a personal AI assistant that handles the grunt work of information synthesis, regulatory monitoring, and report drafting. This means less time chasing details and more time shaping our future. Our AI Productivity Hub shows you how to integrate these tools seamlessly into your executive workflow, making you more effective and impactful.

Predictive Risk Hot-Spotting (Executive Summary)

AI analyses vast datasets – incident reports, audit findings, maintenance logs, external risk factors – to provide you with concise, executive-level summaries of emerging EHS risks across the enterprise. It flags potential hot-spots before they escalate, allowing you to proactively allocate resources and intervene strategically. This isn't just data; it's foresight.

AI-Powered Global Regulatory Briefings

Forget sifting through hundreds of pages of new legislation. An AI agent continuously scans global regulatory updates (OSHA, EPA, REACH, etc.), summarises their potential impact on our operations, and provides you with a weekly, tailored briefing. You get the critical insights you need, without the noise, enabling you to brief the Board on emerging legal and compliance risks with confidence.

Board Report Drafting & ESG Disclosure Automation

Feed your AI agent key performance data and strategic objectives, and it can draft initial versions of quarterly Board reports, annual ESG disclosures (e.g., TCFD, CSRD), and investor presentations. This frees you from the tedious drafting process, allowing you to focus on refining the narrative, ensuring accuracy, and adding your strategic insights. It's about getting to the 80% mark, fast.

Global EHS & Sustainability Trend Analysis

AI tools can monitor global EHS and sustainability trends, competitor performance, and emerging best practices. It provides you with synthesised reports on what's happening in the industry, what our peers are doing, and where we need to innovate. This ensures your strategy is always cutting-edge and responsive to market and societal shifts, informing your long-term vision.

Common questions

Common questions

How do you become a VP of EHS & Sustainability?

Common routes in include Director of EHS in a Global Organisation (5-8 years at Director level) and Head of Sustainability / ESG with strong EHS background (5-7 years at Head of Sustainability level). Times vary with prior experience.

Where can a VP of EHS & Sustainability progress to?

This role can lead on to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or Chief Operating Officer (COO) (5-10+ years (after VP of EHS & Sustainability)) and Board Member (Executive or Non-Executive) (3-7 years (after VP of EHS & Sustainability)), depending on the skills you build.

What new skills matter most for a VP of EHS & Sustainability?

Increasingly, Climate Risk Assessment & Adaptation (Physical & Transition) and AI Ethics & Governance for EHS/ESG Data. These are the skills our record of this role lists as growing.

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17Where to go from here

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If you leave this industry

The skills built in this role transfer across industries with complex operations or regulation, including manufacturing, energy, chemicals, logistics, pharmaceuticals and technology hardware. Strategic leadership, risk management and ESG reporting are valued at executive level in any sector focused on responsible business.

This role profile is © 2026 Growth Engineering Technologies Ltd. Built from UK occupational standards and regulated qualification data, and written for Zavmo.

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